Meet the 2026 Blackbaud Impact Award Finalists!

We're proud to recognize the finalists for the 2026 Blackbaud Impact Awards. 

In its third year, the Blackbaud Impact Awards celebrate outstanding organizations and individuals from across the global Blackbaud community who are driving meaningful change with the support of Blackbaud software. 

Their stories showcase innovation, resilience, leadership, and a shared commitment to creating a better world. 

Join us in celebrating our 2026 finalists. You can read more about their inspiring impact by visiting the Blackbaud Impact Awards website. 

The Silo Buster Award 

Recognizes organizations that have broken down silos and increased collaboration for greater impact. 

• Applied Materials 
• Adelaide University 
• East Coast Zoological Foundation 
• NSU University School 
• Starfish Family Services 
• Wesco International  

 
The Changemaker Award 

Recognizes agile organizations that have embraced new technologies and capabilities to overcome challenges and deliver results. 

• Equality Now 
• Le Phare, Children's Palliative Care 
• Local Office on Aging, Inc. 
• St. Raphael's Hospice 
• Vision Australia  

 
The Fueling Greatness Award 

Recognizes organizations that have reached or surpassed ambitious goals. 

• Alzheimer Society of Ontario 
• Mary Immaculate Catholic Parish & School 
• Paws for Patrick 
• Richard Bland College Foundation  

 
The Data Strategist Award 

Recognizes organizations that leverage data-informed decision-making and problem-solving to achieve greater impact. 

• A Kid Again 
• Cash for Kids UK 
• Detroit Catholic High School 
• Diocese of Toledo 
• Skidmore College  

 
The Futurist Award 

Recognizes organizations that have pursued technological exploration and creativity within Blackbaud's ecosystem with notable results. 

• Australian National University 
• Boston University 
• Durham University 
• ServiceNow 
• University of Manitoba 
• University of Nebraska Foundation  

 
The Outstanding Leadership Award 

Celebrates executive leaders who empower their teams, inspire innovation, and create lasting organizational impact. 

• Michelle Edgerton, Executive Vice President and Chief Advancement Officer, YMCA of the North 
• Leah Markham, Executive Director, Community Relations, Mizuho Americas 
• Anne Posey, CEO, Tykes and Teens, Inc. 
• Jennifer Sniderman, Vice President, Corporate Communications, Wesco International 
• Sherrie C. Snipes, CEO, Charleston Promise Neighborhood  

 
The Rising Star Award 

Recognizes ambitious professionals (manager-level or below) who demonstrate exceptional potential, leadership, and contributions to their organizations and communities. 

• Taha Bhatti, Data Analyst and BI Developer, Skidmore College 
• Leah Cooper, Program Manager, MillerKnoll Foundation 
• Jenni Cornella, Donor Data Specialist, Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver 
• Lauren Gooley, Head of CRM Implementation, Imperial College London 
• Hayley Kenward, Individual Giving Manager, St. Wilfrid's Hospice 
• Lynn Kenyon, Database & Insights Manager, Neurological Foundation of New Zealand 
• James Macgraw, Database Assistant, St. Raphael's Hospice 
• Sam Ovais, Fundraising CRM Manager, Vision Australia 

 
The Celebration Continues for our 2026 Winners 

Being named a finalist is an incredible accomplishment, and we're honored to recognize every organization and individual whose inspiring work earned them a place among this year's finalists. The celebration isn't over yet. Winners of the 2026 Blackbaud Impact Awards will be announced on August 18, 2026. 

 
We'll continue celebrating their achievements throughout the year, including special recognition and award presentations at bbcon Columbus, Ohio; bbcon London; and bbcon Sydney, where we'll bring together members of our global community to honor these inspiring changemakers. 

Congratulations again to all of our 2026 finalists and thank you for the work you do every day to create meaningful impact around the world.